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About NEAR
The NEAR RPC documentation provides developers with the necessary tools to interact programmatically with the NEAR blockchain. NEAR is designed for scalability, low fees, and fast transaction finality, making it an ideal platform for decentralized applications (dApps) and financial applications. The documentation includes key API endpoints for querying blockchain data, managing smart contracts, and submitting transactions. NEAR’s architecture ensures efficient development and deployment of scalable dApps with its developer-friendly environment.
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Everything you need to know about NEAR RPC endpoints
Quick Answer: What is NEAR RPC?
NEAR RPC (Remote Procedure Call) is an interface that allows developers to interact with the NEAR blockchain. It enables you to read data, send transactions, and deploy smart contracts programmatically using standard JSON-RPC methods. Our free tier provides 5 requests per minute with no registration required, perfect for testing and development. For production applications, upgrade to Tatum Premium for 200 requests per second and enterprise-grade reliability.
What is NEAR RPC?
NEAR RPC (Remote Procedure Call) is an interface that allows developers to interact with the NEAR blockchain. It enables you to read data, send transactions, and deploy smart contracts programmatically using standard JSON-RPC methods.
How do I connect to NEAR using these RPC endpoints?
Simply copy the RPC endpoint URL from above and configure it in your Web3 library (ethers.js, web3.js), wallet (MetaMask, Trust Wallet), or development tool (Hardhat, Truffle). The endpoint works immediately with no registration required for the free tier.
What are the rate limits for free NEAR RPC?
Free tier RPC endpoints are limited to 5 requests per minute. This is perfect for testing and development. For production applications, we recommend upgrading to Tatum Premium which offers 200 requests per second with no daily limits.
Is NEAR RPC free forever?
Yes! Our free tier NEAR RPC endpoints are free forever with 5 requests per minute. This tier is perfect for learning, testing, and small projects. There are no hidden fees or time limits on the free tier.
What happens if I exceed the free tier rate limit for NEAR RPC?
If you exceed 5 requests per minute on the free tier NEAR RPC, you'll receive an HTTP 429 (Too Many Requests) error. This is a standard rate limiting response. To avoid this, you can upgrade to Tatum Premium which offers 200 requests per second with no daily limits, perfect for production applications.
Can I use these NEAR RPC endpoints with MetaMask?
Yes! You can configure MetaMask to use our NEAR RPC endpoints. Simply copy the endpoint URL from above, go to MetaMask Settings > Networks > Add Network (or edit existing), and paste the RPC URL. This works with all EVM-compatible blockchains including NEAR.
Are the NEAR RPC endpoints secure?
Yes, all our NEAR RPC endpoints use HTTPS encryption and follow enterprise-grade security practices. They're powered by Tatum's infrastructure which maintains 99.99% uptime and is trusted by thousands of developers worldwide.
What's the difference between NEAR mainnet and testnet RPC endpoints?
Mainnet endpoints connect to the live NEAR blockchain where real transactions occur with real assets. Testnet endpoints connect to a separate testing network with free test tokens. Always test your dApp on NEAR testnet before deploying to mainnet.
How do I troubleshoot NEAR RPC connection errors?
If you're experiencing connection errors with NEAR RPC, check: 1) The RPC endpoint URL is correct, 2) You're not exceeding rate limits (5 req/min for free tier), 3) Your network allows HTTPS connections, 4) The NEAR network is currently operational. For persistent issues, check our status page or contact support.
What's the difference between mainnet and testnet?
Mainnet is the live NEAR blockchain where real transactions occur with real assets. Testnet is a separate network used for testing and development with free test tokens. Always test your dApp on testnet before deploying to mainnet.
Can I use these endpoints in production?
Free tier endpoints can be used in production for low-traffic applications (under 5 req/min). For production apps with higher traffic, we strongly recommend Tatum Premium for guaranteed uptime, faster rate limits, and enterprise SLA.
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